Pesticide Risk Assessment

Pesticides have caused widespread environmental contamination, harming humans and the environment. Pesticide Risk Assessment provides information on the risks associated with their use, estimation methods, and regulation. It also offers methods to reduce and minimize these risks, with global case studies detailing pesticide poisoning and health effects. This book is essential for researchers, scientists, extension workers, and policy makers involved in pesticide application and integrated pest management.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 358 pages
\n Publication date: 08 April 2019
\n Publisher: CABI Publishing
\n

Over the past fifty years, we have been witnessing a profound and largely unnoticed chemical revolution. Pesticides have become a ubiquitous presence in our environment, causing widespread contamination and posing significant risks to both human health and the natural world. These substances are indiscriminately used, leading to devastating consequences that affect the lives of countless individuals and ecosystems.

Pesticide Risk Assessment is a comprehensive guide that delves into the environmental risks associated with the improper use of pesticides and their mixtures. It provides a detailed account of the methods used to estimate and assess these risks, as well as the regulatory frameworks in place to mitigate them. The book explores the various aspects of pesticides, including their impact on the environment, mode of action, estimation methods, risk assessment, mixture toxicity, and alternatives for risk reduction.

In addition to its technical content, Pesticide Risk Assessment includes global case studies that provide a vivid illustration of the consequences of pesticide poisoning and exposure. These case studies highlight the risks to human health, aquifers and aquatic organisms, pollinators, soil micro flora and fauna, terrestrial organisms, and wildlife. The book is designed to be accessible to a wide range of audiences, including anyone involved in pesticide application and integrated pest management. It is an essential reading for researchers, scientists, extension workers, policy makers, and concerned citizens alike.

By raising awareness about the dangers of pesticides and promoting responsible pesticide use, we can work towards a safer and healthier environment for ourselves and future generations. Pesticide Risk Assessment serves as a valuable tool in this effort, providing a comprehensive and up-to-date perspective on the environmental risks associated with pesticide use.

\n Weight: 1066g\n
Dimension: 179 x 252 x 30 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781780646336\n \n